Compare 2009 Volkswagen Routan - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $29,700 | $26,355 | $24,540 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $27,711 | $23,890 | $22,329 |
| Destination | $750 | $710 | $800 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Removeable | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Urethane | Urethane |
| Adjustable Pedals | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 7 Passengers | 7 Passengers | 7 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | N/A | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | Captain | Captain | Captain |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| 3rd Row Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Premium Cloth | Cloth |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Entertainment System | With DVD And Digital Media | N/A | With DVD |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| 3rd Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection(TM) | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | N/A | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Window Grid | Fixed |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Black | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Body-colored W/chrome Surround | Body-colored |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Front Tires | P225/65TR17.0 BSW Touring AS | P235/65TR16.0 BSW AS | P215/65TR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 16" Steel | 16" Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.8L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | OHV | SOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Automatic Level Control | Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.25 | 4.31 | 3.08 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 202.5 " | 202.1 " | 201.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 76.9 " | 77.1 " | 77.4 " |
| Exterior Height | 68.9 " | 68.8 " | 68.9 " |
| Engine | 3.8L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 197 @ 5,200 Rpm | 244 @ 5,750 Rpm | 266 @ 6,200 Rpm |
| Torque | 230 @ 4,000 Rpm | 240 @ 5,000 Rpm | 245 @ 4,700 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 16 Mpg | 17 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 23 Mpg | 23 Mpg | 23 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 9.9 Seconds | 8.5 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 17.5 Seconds | 16.4 Seconds | 16.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 79 Mph | 89 Mph | 88 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 56 Mph | 57 Mph | 56 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.78/3.43 " | 3.50/3.66 " | 3.70/3.27 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,621 Lbs. | 4,387 Lbs. | 4,270 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 5,952 Lbs. | 5,690 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,833 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 3,197 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | 1,199 Lbs. | 1,349 Lbs. | 1,420 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,000 Lbs. | 3,500 Lbs. | 3,500 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | N/A | 8,210 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 " | 118.1 " | 119.3 " |
| Front Track | 65.0 " | 66.7 " | 65.6 " |
| Rear Track | 64.8 " | 66.8 " | 66.9 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | 18.3 '' | 18.4 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 5.9 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .33 | N/A | .30 |
| Front Legroom | 40.6 " | 40.8 " | 42.9 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.3 " | 40.0 " | 39.6 " |
| Third Row Legroom | 31.8 " | 41.1 " | 39.5 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.8 " | 40.9 " | 42.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 39.7 " | 40.0 " | 40.2 " |
| Third Row Headroom | 37.9 " | 38.4 " | 38.1 " |
| Front Hip Room | 57.0 " | 57.0 " | 58.4 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 64.8 " | 64.4 " | 67.5 " |
| Third Row Hip Room | 48.7 " | 48.5 " | 51.8 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 63.0 " | 63.5 " | 63.8 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 64.7 " | 63.1 " | 64.9 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | 62.0 " | 61.2 " | 61.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 32.7 Cu.ft. | 38.4 Cu.ft. | 43.6 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 141.0 Cu.ft. | 147.4 Cu.ft. | 148.9 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 163 Cu.ft. | 171 Cu.ft. | 177 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 20.5 Gal. | 21.0 Gal. | 20.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Front Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | marginal | good | poor |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | acceptable | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | acceptable |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | marginal | good | poor |
